BabyTalks
The BabyTalks webinar series focuses on current research and evidence-based practices that support infants' and toddlers' development and learning.
School readiness is foundational across early childhood systems and programs. It means children are ready for school, families are ready to support their children's learning, and schools are ready for children. Head Start views school readiness as children possessing the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for success in school and for later learning and life. Physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development are all essential ingredients of school readiness. Managers, teaching staff, caregivers, family advocates, and families can learn more about creating enriching and supportive learning environments for young children ages birth to 5.
The BabyTalks webinar series focuses on current research and evidence-based practices that support infants' and toddlers' development and learning.
Families are engaged as equal partners in their children's learning and development.
Parents and families are safe, healthy, and have increased financial security.
Leadership is committed to continuously improving systems and activities to engage and support parents and families.
The director, the governing board, Policy Council, parent committees, and management teams determine the way that Head Start and Early Head Start programs engage parents, families, and the community.
Families feel welcomed, valued, and respected by program staff.
Parents and families advance their own learning interests through education, training, and other experiences that support their parenting, careers, and life goals
Parents and families encourage and advocate for their child's learning and development as they transition to new learning environments..
Families participate in leadership development, decision-making, program policy development, or community and state organizing activities to improve children's development and learning experiences.
The Effective Practice Guides provide information about teaching practices that support children’s development across ELOF domains. See what these practices look like in early learning settings.